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Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:36:00 +0000
Film reviews: Pinocchio, Three Minutes: A Lengthening, Lynch/Oz
Another version of Pinocchio, this time Guillermo Del Toro’s, haunting footage shot on the eve of the Holocaust, and an exploration of auteur David Lynch's obsession with The Wizard of Oz are among the week's releases

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:44:26 +0000
Man in hospital after crash on North Circular Road in Barnet
A man is in critical condition after a collision on the North Circular Road in Barnet.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:45:38 +0000
Motorcyclist injured in A12 Green Man roundabout crash
A motorcyclist was rushed to hospital after a crash on the A12 early today (Thursday).

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000
MasterChef: The Professionals - Who is Charlie Jeffreys?
A chef from Brent will face the heat in the kitchen as he competes on MasterChef: The Professionals in a bid to get through to the quarter final.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Jan Mustafa memorial planned for families of tragedy victims
The cousin of a woman killed in a savage murder is hoping to bring together the families of people who have died in tragic circumstances for a memorial event.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Homes plan for Havering-atte-Bower green belt care home site
A care home on the edge of the green belt could be demolished to make way for seven family homes.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 06:19:00 +0000
East Finchley 4 bed 2 bath period home with cellar and garden
Four-bedroom period house combining contemporary, modern living, with stunning original features and a spacious layout over three floor and 182 m. sq. of living space

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Charlton man travels nearly 600 miles to ten countries in 24 hours
A man travelled nearly 600 miles and to TEN countries in 24 hours - using just public transport.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Catford mum gave birth blindfolded due to stillborn fear
A mum from Catford gave birth blindfolded because she was convinced her baby would be stillborn after her waters broke at just 21 weeks.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Orpington cat shares birthday with World Cup star Jack Grealish
An Orpington cat who shares the birthday of England goal scorer Jack Grealish is said to be the oldest cat alive.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:40:21 +0000
Football fans at the World Cup in Qatar could face prison for vaping
Warning to football fans as vaping illegal at the World Cup in Qatar

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:37:12 +0000
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday November 24
From a hot chocolate maker to a Christmas jumper, here are some of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Thursday, November 24.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:35:20 +0000
How to stop windscreen frost using this 12p life hack
Experts have revealed how motorists can present windscreen first using this simple kitchen item.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:33:48 +0000
Aldi launches first EVER Black Friday sale: See the online bargains
Aldi has launched its first Black Friday sale with deals on air fryers, gaming and more.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:31:46 +0000
Ofgem price cap: UK households to save almost £2000 on energy bills
The Ofgem price cap has been raised, but due to the Government’s Energy Price Guarantee households will remain unaffected.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:26:37 +0000
Bruno Tonioli to return to BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing this year
Bruno Tonioli is set to make his grand return for a special Christmas appearance on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 06:42:45 +0000
Airport rules face major change as limits on liquids could be axed
Liquid limits and laptop rules at Airports could be axed under new regulations.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:01:00 +0000
easyJet launches recruitment drive for over 45s to become cabin crew
easyJet has launched a new recruitment drive to encourage people over the age of 45 to join its cabin crew.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:22:40 +0000
Theatre review: Dinner with Groucho, Arcola Theatre, Hackney
An unlikely imagined encounter between Groucho Marx and T.S. Eliot becomes a comical mediation on life, legacy and word play under the pen of Irish playwright Frank McGuinness

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:32:58 +0000
Restaurant review: Oak & Poppy, Rosslyn Hill, Hampstead
Hampstead's newest restaurant Oak and Poppy must be doing something right - when we visited it was packed with happy diners on a Tuesday night.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 23:53:32 +0000
Light Up Orpington - success? Aayushi Shrestha, Newstead Wood School
Lights and laughter, thrills and frills, Light Up Orpington was back once again for 2022. Sunday evening’s spectacle in the town centre attracted many to its yearly Christmas lights celebration.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 17:01:25 +0000
Rosehill Avenue Sutton crash: Woman in critical condition
A woman in her 80s is in a critical condition after a crash with a car in Sutton.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 16:35:00 +0000
nhow London Review: Relax At One Of Capital's Artiest Hotels
Shoreditch hotel nhow is billed as one the artiest in London - we went along to see for ourselves.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 16:34:17 +0000
PLANET PAPERS: Feeding the planet
Feeding the world’s roughly 8 billion people has a huge impact on the environment. Leading studies suggest this necessary process accounts for about a quarter of all greenhouse gas emissions contributing to global warming. With the global populati...

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 16:30:39 +0000
The Black Lion pub in West Hampstead reopens after makeover
A pub has reopened its doors after a major makeover.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:36:38 +0000
Beddington Park 10k run for a fitter and healthier you
THE popular MCC Promotions 10K Run Series comes to Croydon this Sunday with the annual Beddington Park 10K.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:46:23 +0000
5 Fun Things To Do In London, This Week December 5-11
It's hard escaping festivities this time of year, but not impossible - from festive fun to stuff that has nothing to do with Christmas, here are five of the best things to do in London, this week December 4-11. 

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:52:09 +0000
North London TfL bus routes saved from the axe
Bus services across north London will not be scrapped, following a consultation on major changes.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:14:25 +0000
Opposition to proposed Rainham quarry 'growing by the day'
A bid to dig a major new Rainham quarry is to be submitted sometime in 2023 - but opponents have vowed to fight it "for future generations". 

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:58:01 +0000
Sutton campaign to tackle the dangers of laughing gas canisters
A new public information campaign has been launched in Sutton to spread awareness of the dangers of laughing gas canisters and their impact on waste collection.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:42:35 +0000
Fireaway pizza takeaway restaurant opens in Sidcup
Pizza chain Fireaway has opened its latest restaurant in Sidcup this week.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:51:45 +0000
Concerns for welfare of missing Croydon woman
Police are concerned for the welfare of a missing Croydon woman.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:26:40 +0000
London bus strikes: Dates and what services are affected?
London bus drivers will strike in the coming days, as commuters are being warned to expect to see serve delays and little service.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:33:07 +0000
Missing Bromley boy last seen five days ago
Police are appealing for help in finding a missing boy from Bromley.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:36:59 +0000
CQC: Moorfields Eye Hospital must address 'cultural issues'
An inspection of Moorfields Eye Hospital has praised the accessibility of its services, but claimed more needs to be done to address its significant “cultural issues”.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:27:03 +0000
Metroline bus drivers set to strike for seven days
Thousands of bus drivers across north and west London will be on strike for seven days over low pay.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:15:03 +0000
£20k reward offered in Railton Road gunman hunt
A £20,000 reward is being offered to find a gunman who killed a 27-year-old in gang violence that also claimed the life of a passing delivery driver.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:57:24 +0000
The Brewery to remove Christmas decorations to save sparrows
A shopping mall will be removing Christmas decorations from trees after concerns they were stopping endangered sparrows sheltering in them.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:21:34 +0000
Best London Hotels & Restaurants For Festive Afternoon Teas
An afternoon tea is great any time of year, but there’s something extra special about having one during the festive season.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 16:43:09 +0000
Woolmore Primary School rated outstanding by Ofsted
A primary school where pupils celebrate "togetherness" has been given Ofsted's highest rating.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:14:01 +0000
Camden trio N-Dubz say O2 Arena show 'still going ahead'
The N-Nubz show is "still going ahead" in London this evening despite having cancelled a concert after a group member fell ill.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:27:48 +0000
Brentwood pub The Swan reopens after refurbishment
A Brentwood pub is “looking forward to welcoming back old and new friends” following a four-week refurbishment.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000
Festive show to support Newham Christmas Toy Appeal
A theatre school in Forest Gate is staging a show to raise money for this year's Newham Christmas Toy Appeal.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:52:32 +0000
Man collapses and dies near Tesco Express in Turnpike Lane
A man was pronounced dead after collapsing in the street.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:46:20 +0000
Thames Water lifts London hosepipe ban but urges caution
Thames Water, which supplies 15 million people, is lifting the hosepipe ban it imposed in the summer.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:27:17 +0000
Camden schools and charities warn of hygiene and food crisis
People’s confidence is being knocked as they suffer the impacts of hygiene poverty as the cost-of-living crisis bites hard, according to charity bosses in Camden.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:11:24 +0000
Islington Boat Club is set to close after council decision
A boating charity threatened with permanent closure has accused the council of "cutting us off at our knees".

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Items signed by Mark Noble among donations for toy appeal
Donations including a football signed by West Ham legend Mark Noble keep coming for this year's Newham Christmas Toy Appeal -  but more gifts are needed.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Stratford involved in UK's largest health research programme
Stratford people are being invited to take part in the UK’s largest health research programme to help prevent and detect diseases like cancer, stroke and diabetes.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Romford is 'most dangerous town' for workplace injuries
Romford workers beware as the town is named the location with the most workplace accidents per capita in the UK, according to new research.



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